In January 2026, Anandiben Patel, Governor of Uttar Pradesh (UP), inaugurated the 86th All India Presiding Officers’ Conference (AIPOC 2026), at the UP Vidhan Sabha, in Lucknow, UP.
- The AIPOC 2026, held from January 19 to 21, 2026, marked UP’s fourth time hosting the conference, after 1961, 1985, and 2015.
Exam Hints:
- What? All India Presiding Officers’ Conference held
- Where? UP Vidhan Sabha in Lucknow (UP)
- Edition: 86th
- Inaugurated by: UP Governor Anandiben Patel
- Theme: “Strong Legislature-Prosperous Nation”
- Participation: 36 Presiding Officers from 24 States & UTs (largest AIPOC)
- Six Resolutions Adopted: Viksit Bharat 2047, minimum 30 sittings per year, National Legislative Index, capacity building, technology utilization, leadership
Highlights of the 86th AIPOC:
Overview: It is the highest national forum of the presiding officers of Indian legislatures. It brings together the Speakers, Chairpersons, Deputy Speakers or Chairpersons, and Secretaries of Parliament and all State Legislatures.
- The first AIPOC was held in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh (HP), in 1921.
Theme: The AIPOC 2026 was held under the theme titled “Strong Legislature-Prosperous Nation”.
Focus Areas: The conference focused on Use of technology in legislatures, capacity building of legislatures, and accountability of legislatures to the public.
Key Dignitaries: The conference was attended by central and state legislative leaders, including Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla; Harivansh Narayan Singh, Deputy Chairman, Rajya Sabha; Yogi Adityanath, Chief Minister (CM) of UP; Kunwar Manvendra Singh, Chairman, UP Legislative Council; Satish Mahana, Speaker of UP Legislative Assembly.
Participation: The event witnessed the participation of 36 Presiding Officers from 24 States and Union Territories (UTs), marking the largest AIPOC.
Adoption of six key resolutions:
The conference concluded with the adoption of six key resolutions to strengthen democratic institutions, including a consensus on legislative sittings and enhanced innovation in legislative practices.
Viksit Bharat 2047: All presiding officers resolved to re-dedicate themselves to conduct the proceedings of their respective Legislatures in ways that contribute to the national goal of a developed India by 2047.
Legislative Sittings per year: All political parties, State legislative bodies, should hold at least 30 sittings annually, and utilise legislative time effectively to ensure accountability to the people.
Technology: Agreed to strengthen the use of technology to make legislative work easier, more transparent, and more citizen focused.
Leadership and Democracy: To continue strong leadership to deepen and strengthen democratic traditions.
Capacity Building: To support the capacity building of Members of Parliament (MPs) and Members of Legislative Assemblies (MLAs), particularly in using digital technologies and research for effective participation.
National Legislative Index: Create a benchmark to assess and improve legislative performance and accountability.
About Uttar Pradesh (UP):
Chief Minister (CM) – Yogi Adityanath
Governor – Anandiben Patel
Capital – Lucknow
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